Originally Posted by
stillcallozhome
I think you're talking about something different. As you have said, all your hours accumulated outside of the USA will be recognised there in the USA. But, the requirement of 1000hrs Part 121 time HAS to be under FAR Part 121 ie. A carrier flying 121 under a FAA issued AOC.
Most airlines know this as they have a POI that tells them. I had 2 guys in my class a couple years ago with thousands of hours flying a range of Boeing aircraft and were told immediate upgrades but unfortunately the FAA ruled otherwise.
Easy to get though - 13-14 months once IOE starts. Best of luck!
Thanks for the responses. PIC of Part 135 operations (even in a Chieftain) can be used as credit towards the 1,000 required for Part 121 PIC but it is U.S. Part 135. Not saying I should get an immediate command upgrade but as the supply screws get tightened the FAA might get more flexible. That might even be an incentive to a few that turn their noses up at Reg 206 in a piston twin.